Discover a charming exhibit by Jesse Jaeckel, a graduate student in Costume Technology at the University of Illinois. This small display showcases a single, exquisite costume inspired by native Midwest plants, along with design renderings, and photos. Immerse yourself in the fusion of nature and fashion, and find inspiration to explore the plants in your own backyard. Don’t miss this unique preview; the full collection of five costumes will be on display at the museum from April 19-28.
In the summer of 2024, the Champaign County Forest Preserves hosted a photo contest to highlight the natural beauty of the preserves.
Participants submitted stunning images capturing landscapes, close-ups of plants, insects, birds, and wildlife, as well as breathtaking seasonal scenes and vibrant moments of outdoor recreation.
A peer voting process selected the top 20 photographs, which were then shared on Facebook to determine the final 14 images featured in the 2025 Champaign County Forest Preserves calendar. The selected photos are displayed here.
This is associated with the photo display at Homer Lake Interpretive Center
April 4-6, 1-5pm (Fri, Sat, Sun)
